2004 Audi S4 vs. 2008 BMW M6
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW M6 (519 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (411 Nm). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2008 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | M6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
